1989 Honda Legend vs. 1972 Rover P5B
To start off, 1989 Honda Legend is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Rover P5B would be higher. At 3,528 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Rover P5B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Legend (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1972 Rover P5B. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1972 Rover P5B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Rover P5B weights approximately 185 kg more than 1989 Honda Legend.
Because 1972 Rover P5B is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Rover P5B. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Honda Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Rover P5B (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Legend. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Rover P5B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Legend. 1972 Rover P5B has automatic transmission and 1989 Honda Legend has manual transmission. 1989 Honda Legend will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Rover P5B will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Legend | 1972 Rover P5B | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | Legend | P5B |
Year Released | 1989 | 1972 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Size | 2674 cc | 3528 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2820 mm |